What is the cheapest way to get from Salinas to San Francisco State University?

The cheapest way to get from Salinas to San Francisco State University is to drive which costs $19 - $28 and takes 1h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Salinas to San Francisco State University?

The fastest way to get from Salinas to San Francisco State University is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs $19 - $28.

Is there a direct train between Salinas and San Francisco State University?

No, there is no direct train from Salinas to San Francisco State University. However, there are services departing from Salinas and arriving at Daly City via San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound and Millbrae. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Salinas to San Francisco State University?

The distance between Salinas and San Francisco State University is 113 miles. The road distance is 105.6 miles.

How do I travel from Salinas to San Francisco State University without a car?

The best way to get from Salinas to San Francisco State University without a car is to train and Caltrain which takes 3h 34m and costs $35 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Salinas to San Francisco State University?

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Salinas to San Francisco State University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salinas to San Francisco State University train from?

Salinas to San Francisco State University train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Salinas station.

Where does the Salinas to San Francisco State University train arrive?

Salinas to San Francisco State University train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Jose station.

Can I drive from Salinas to San Francisco State University?

Yes, the driving distance between Salinas to San Francisco State University is 106 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Salinas to San Francisco State University.

Where can I stay near San Francisco State University?

There are 727+ hotels available in San Francisco State University.

Salinas to San Francisco State University - 3 ways to travel via train

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There are 3 ways to get from Salinas to San Francisco State University by train (Amtrak), car, or shuttle

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Train, Caltrain
best
1. Take the train from Salinas to San Josetrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
3h 34m
$40–68
Drive 105 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Salinas to San Francisco State Universitycar 105 mi
1h 52m
$20–28
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Prunedale Park & Ride to SFO Airport Internationalshuttle Monterey Airbus
3h 43m
$63–82

Salinas to San Francisco State University by train, subway, bus, and foot

7Weekly Services

3h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 112.4 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

What companies run services between Salinas, CA, USA and San Francisco State University, CA, USA?

You can take a train from Salinas to San Francisco State University via San Jose, San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound, Millbrae Caltrain Northbound, Millbrae, Daly City, Daly City BART Station, and 19th Avenue & Holloway St in around 3h 34m. Alternatively, Groome Transportation operates a shuttle from Prunedale Park & Ride to SFO Airport International hourly. Tickets cost $50–65 and the journey takes 2h 5m.

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